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Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)
くろあわびたけ (Kuro-awabitake)
Also known as: Kuro-awabitake, King oyster mushroom, Pleurotus eryngii var. tuoliensis, 黒鮑茸
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | くろあわびたけ |
| Common Japanese notations | くろあわびたけ, 黒鮑茸 |
| Origin | Pleurotus eryngii variant with distinctive abalone-like texture; modern Japanese cultivation |
| Typical functions | Premium cooking specialty mushroom, Texture similar to abalone — kaiseki and gourmet applications |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen. |
Kuro-awabitake (くろあわびたけ / 黒鮑茸) is a king oyster mushroom variant with distinctive abalone-like texture, used as premium kaiseki specialty mushroom.
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- Fresh kuro-awabitake retail
Ingredient profile
Pleurotus eryngii variant, abalone-like texture.
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Premium kaiseki cooking.
Stir-fry and grilling.
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Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Niche specialty positioning. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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- What is Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
- Kuro-awabitake (くろあわびたけ / 黒鮑茸) is a king oyster mushroom variant with distinctive abalone-like texture, used as premium kaiseki specialty mushroom.
- What is the regulatory status of Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom) in Japan?
- Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen.
- What products typically use Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
- Fresh kuro-awabitake retail
- Where does Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom) come from?
- Pleurotus eryngii variant with distinctive abalone-like texture; modern Japanese cultivation
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
- JSCI: くろあわびたけ
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — くろあわびたけ
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.